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You 'Get To' vs. You 'Have To...' (Bonus Clip)
Episode 0: Origin Launch & WHY this matters
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In this first full episode of The Genuine Leadership Shift, we’re starting where leadership really begins: at home. Before titles, teams, and tactics, there’s the man behind the mic — the dad, the husband, the human who’s trying to become a better version of himself every day. This episode is raw and personal on purpose. I talk about: Learning to create real boundaries and standards inside the home Regretting the years I was physically present but mentally somewhere else How addiction, insecurity, and distraction muted my voice for too long The moment I realized my kids needed more than a provider — they needed a present leader What “being a husband” means to me: leading beside my wife, not over her Why my mission now is to be the kind of man my family can depend on, not tiptoe around Sobriety, service, and becoming a servant leader in my own house first If you’ve ever looked back and wished you’d been more intentional, more present, or more confident for the people you love — this one’s for you. This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about owning where you’ve been, being honest about where you are, and committing to who you’re becoming. What you’ll walk away with: A honest look at how our personal lives shape our leadership Permission to admit where you’ve fallen short without living in shame A challenge to define what kind of parent, partner, and leader you want to be A reminder that you cannot lead others well if you refuse to lead yourself at home This episode sets the tone for everything that comes next on this podcast: real leadership, real life, no polish without the truth underneath it. New here? You’re in the right place if you care about integrity, growth, and leaving a meaningful legacy — at work and at home. Listen, reflect, and if it hits you, share it with someone who needs to hear they’re not alone in trying to figure this out. Do Right. Be Great. Connect with me: LinkedIn: follow @ajc4u Instagram: @dorightbegreat & @ajc4u Website: www.dorightbegreat.com Read the companion article: Click Here
In this bonus clip of The Genuine Leadership Shift, Austin breaks down one of the most powerful mindset shifts you can make as a leader, parent, partner, and human: “I have to” → “I get to.” It sounds simple, but this small language shift changes your posture, your presence, and the way you experience your responsibilities. In this short episode, we unpack: Why “I have to” breeds resentment, pressure, and burnout How “I get to” reframes responsibility as privilege and purpose How this shows up in hospitality, leadership, and at home Practical examples you can use with your team and yourself A simple challenge to start catching your own language in real time This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything is easy. It’s about owning the reality that: You get to lead people. You get to show up for your guests. You get to parent, partner, coach, and build. Responsibility is weight, but it’s also opportunity. And the leaders who see it as “get to,” not “have to,” are the ones who protect their culture, their energy, and their impact. Listener Challenge: For the next 24 hours, catch yourself every time you say “I have to” — and replace it with “I get to.” Say it out loud. Feel how different it lands. Then ask yourself: “If I really believed this was a privilege, how would I show up differently?” New here? You’re in the right place if you care about integrity, growth, and leaving a meaningful legacy — at work and at home. Listen, reflect, and if it hits you, share it with someone who needs to hear they’re not alone in trying to figure this out. Do Right. Be Great. Connect with me: LinkedIn: follow @ajc4u Instagram: @dorightbegreat & @ajc4u Website: www.dorightbegreat.com Listen to more episodes of The Genuine Leadership Shift on: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Amazon Music • YouTube Podcasts Search: “The Genuine Leadership Shift” Do Right. Be Great.
Episode 0: Origin Launch & WHY This Matters Welcome to the beginning of The Genuine Leadership Shift. This origin episode lays out the heart, the “why,” and the mission behind the show — and why leading yourself first is the foundation for leading anyone else. In this launch episode, Austin breaks down: The real origin of The Genuine Leadership Shift Why hospitality isn’t just an industry — it’s a posture How connection-driven leadership changes everything The shift from leading out of frustration to leading with presence The moments that forced him to grow, recalibrate, and show up differently Why culture only shifts when leaders do What this podcast will deliver every week moving forward This isn’t hype. This isn’t performative leadership. This is honest, grounded, human development — created for leaders who want to show up better today than yesterday. If this resonates, follow the show, save the episode, and share it with someone stepping into their own leadership journey. Do Right. Be Great. Let’s get to work. CONNECT WITH AUSTIN: Website: www.DoRightBeGreat.com Instagram: @ajc4u & @dorightbegreat Email: info@dorightbegreat.com
Leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about consistency. In this short bonus clip from The Genuine Leadership Playbook, Austin breaks down Tactic 17: Mindset. Integrity. Purpose. Learn how reactivity, displaced pressure, and mood-based decisions can quietly erode team trust—and what it really looks like to lead with clarity, restraint, and presence. Read the full blog at DoRightBeGreat.com 💬 Want more? Subscribe, share, and follow us @DoRightBeGreat